1996. Hamon Gog

Lexicon

Hamon Gog: Hamon Gog

Original Word: הֲמוֹן גּוֹג
Part of Speech: Proper Name Location
Transliteration: Hamown Gowg
Pronunciation: hah-MONE gohg
Phonetic Spelling: (ham-one' gohg)
Definition: Hamon Gog
Meaning: the multitude of Gog

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Hamogog

From hamown and Gowg; the multitude of Gog; the fanciful name of an emblematic place in Palestine -- Hamogog.

see HEBREW hamown

see HEBREW Gowg

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
from hamon and Gog
Definition
a valley in which Gog will be buried
NASB Translation
Hamon-gog (2).

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from the Hebrew words הֲמוֹן (hamon, meaning "multitude" or "abundance") and גּוֹג (Gog, a proper name).

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Greek equivalent for "Hamon Gog" in the Strong's Greek Concordance, as this is a specific Hebrew term related to a prophetic vision in the Old Testament. However, the concept of a final battle involving a multitude of nations can be related to eschatological themes found in the New Testament, such as in the book of Revelation, where similar imagery is used to describe the ultimate defeat of evil forces.

Usage: This term is used in the context of a prophetic vision concerning the end times, specifically referring to the vast assembly associated with Gog, a leader of a coalition of nations that will come against Israel.

Context: • Biblical Context: The term הֲמוֹן גּוֹג (Hamon Gog) appears in the book of Ezekiel, specifically in Ezekiel 39:11, where it is used to describe the multitude of forces led by Gog. This passage is part of a larger prophetic narrative concerning the eschatological battle in which God will decisively defeat the enemies of Israel. The prophecy describes a future invasion of Israel by a coalition of nations led by Gog, a figure whose identity has been the subject of much scholarly debate. The term "Hamon Gog" emphasizes the vastness and formidable nature of this invading force.
• Theological Significance: The defeat of Hamon Gog is portrayed as a demonstration of God's sovereignty and power, serving as a means to sanctify His name among the nations. The prophecy assures the people of Israel of divine protection and ultimate victory over their adversaries. The burial of the multitude in the Valley of Hamon Gog signifies the complete and utter destruction of these forces, highlighting the futility of opposing God's purposes.
• Historical and Eschatological Interpretations: Throughout history, various interpretations have been proposed regarding the identity of Gog and the nations involved in this prophecy. Some view it as a symbolic representation of the ultimate struggle between good and evil, while others see it as a literal future event involving specific nations. The prophecy has been a source of hope and assurance for believers, affirming God's control over history and His commitment to His covenant people.

Forms and Transliterations

גּֽוֹג׃ גוג׃ gō·wḡ Gog gōwḡ

Englishman's Concordance

Ezekiel 39:11
HEB: גֵּ֖יא הֲמ֥וֹן גּֽוֹג׃
NAS: [it] the valley of Hamon-gog.
KJV: [it] The valley of Hamongog.
INT: will call the valley of Hamon-gog

Ezekiel 39:15
HEB: גֵּ֖יא הֲמ֥וֹן גּֽוֹג׃
NAS: it in the valley of Hamon-gog.
KJV: it in the valley of Hamongog.
INT: about the valley of Hamon-gog

2 Occurrences

Strong's Hebrew 1996
2 Occurrences

gō·wḡ — 2 Occ.